Before and After School Childcare Director - Lopatcong

WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 150 locations. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities.

We’re seeking a passionate and energetic Director to oversee our Before and After School Program at Lopatcong Elementary School in Phillipsburg, NJ. As the Director, you'll be the key leader in managing all aspects of the Healthy Kids Program Site.

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday

JOB STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

JOB PAY RATE: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Hours: 6:45 AM - 8:00 AM, 2:15 PM - 5:30 PM

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Guiding Compliance: Ensure staff and the program follow OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and the regulations set by our host school.

Creating Fun: Lead engaging hands-on activities from the Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and more. Don’t forget helping with homework – you’ll be their homework hero!

Managing Operations: Oversee key management responsibilities, including maintaining accurate attendance and registration records, while ensuring the program is appropriately staffed.

Maintaining Communication: Keep parents and family members informed via the Playground App, sharing important updates and moments.

Collaborative Teamwork: Regularly communicate with your direct report, ensuring they’re informed about daily activities and addressing any issues promptly. Working together as a team, we’ll provide top-quality care and foster a positive working environment while tackling any challenges that arise.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Healthcare, Nursing, or another field related to Child Growth and Development, or a Teaching Certification in Elementary Education, Nursery School, Preschool through Third Grade (P-3), or Teacher of the Handicapped. Additionally, six Early Childhood credits and two years of experience working with children.

OR Bachelor’s Degree in any field not listed above, plus six Early Childhood credits and four years of experience working with children.

OR Head Teacher endorsement from the New Jersey Registry for Childhood Professionals, Professional Impact New Jersey.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Be prepared for a background check, including fingerprinting, references, SEL & SCR through NYS Office of Children and Family Services.

You must be medically cleared to perform all duties and free from communicable diseases like TB.

Warm, friendly, and positive, with excellent interpersonal skills for working with children, parents, and colleagues. You are professional, reliable, and punctual.

Must be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry (up to 50 lbs.) to keep up with the energetic pace of the kids.

PART-TIME BENEFITS:

On-Demand Pay: Get paid whenever you need it—no more waiting for payday.

Telehealth Benefits: Stay healthy and happy with access to virtual care.

401(k) for eligible employees: We’re committed to your future and want to help you save.

Paid Sick Time: Because everyone needs a break occasionally.

Career Development: Enhance your skills with our career development programs.

Growth Opportunities: We’re expanding and looking for team members to grow with us.

AFLAC Supplemental Plans: Additional coverage to support you and your family.

Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com